Today was a day of exploring Strasbourg. I began my day with capicola ham, black forest ham, sausages and French bread. No doubt - it was my kind of start. Then a short walk to the cathedral and photos of the outside of an amazing human endeavor. The cathedral is really awe-inspiring.

My lunch was roquefort cheese, brie and camembert with field greens and a mustard vinaigrette. Alonbg the way, I did figure out that sparkling wine from Alcase is wonderful. After lunch we toured the inside of the church. It is beautiful. We took a tram tour, then a river boat cruise, and then we napped until dinner.

Yvonne in the Petite France section is comfortable, friendly and extraordinary. Chef Dominique Radacher began with a foie gras creme brule that was world-class! Other memorable starters were escargot and smoked salmon. Dad had a salad with scallops, quail confit, mushrooms, some lettuce and five other proteins that he would not let me taste. We enjoyed local red and white Pinot noir wine with dinner. The favorite entree was a toss-up: it was all so delicious that I couldn't decide. I enjoyed a pork knuckle. No. I LOVED the pork knuckle. It was presented by itself with its sauce. I like this chef and the way he thinks. I can only describe the dish as pork osso bucco that is fired off at service. The sauce was a pork demi glase with love. I can't remember what everyone else had, but it definitely was a religious experience for all. The chef came to the table for a visit and we talked about our love for a while! The people have been a hoot. I have enjoyed everyone, every day. We travel to the Black Forest in the morning.